Got task (homework) from our lecturer, we had to choose what application to use. It is making an ER diagram (conceptual design) of a database case using notations based on the reference book (kind of big book written by Connoly). We were given options to use Visio, ER-Win, or any tool can be utilized.
I got to find out what application can be utilized for OSX since I cannot run Ms Visio inside. So I googled and got some options :
– ConceptDraw
It seems like a powerful tool can be used for anything drawn, but seeing the price at least US$199 I think I may need it later 🙂
– OmniGraffle
It may be a good option also with features priced as IDR949K for OmniGraffle & IDR1899K for OmniGraffle Pro
– LibreOffice
It is open source and free :D, also able to open Visio files (vsd/vdx). I downloaded it and used for opening vsd file shared by the team. But the interface is not so good.
– LucidChart
It is online tool for drawing, and can be shared (it means we can invite other people to edit the document). I used it and it quite powerful & satisfying.
Lucid Chart is available for free trial and paid edition with price as below :
Below is sample of our drawing done using LuchidChart. It is not so good (the drawing) but the tool is very helpful for us 🙂
